ShipTalk S03E08 - From Motocross to Microservices (Kyle Galbraith, CEO of depot.dev)

ShipTalk - SRE, DevOps, Platform Engineering, Software Delivery

In this episode, Dewan sits down (virtually) with Kyle Galbraith, co-founder of Depot, to explore his unique journey from motocross videographer to startup founder. Kyle shares how his early experiences in film and programming shaped his approach to solving technical problems, and why he co-founded Depot to tackle the challenge of slow build processes.
Kyle dives into the real impact of inefficient builds on developer productivity, team morale, and business innovation. He explains his leadership philosophy of "radical transparency and brutal honesty," and offers valuable insights on balancing rapid delivery with stability, the importance of documentation, and his vision for the future of developer tools in an AI-driven world.
Whether you're a developer frustrated with slow builds, a technical leader looking to improve team performance, or an aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation offers practical wisdom on building solutions that truly enhance developer experience.
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Follow Kyle on X: https://x.com/kylegalbraith
Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylegalbraith459/
Kyle's personal blog: https://blog.kylegalbraith.com/
Learn about Depot: https://depot.dev/blog